Pressing needs abound, the Jets opted to stay quiet at the trade deadline, which passed at 4 p.m. without a move from Mike Tannenbaum and Co.

Despite a rumor that Tim Tebow could be fielding some interest from his hometown Jacksonville Jaguars – one that never really had much momentum behind it – he will remain Mark Sanchez’s backup for at least the remainder of the season.

Their biggest holes, not unlike the ones they went into the season with – a play-making wide receiver, a pass-catching running back, more speed and depth at the linebacker position and depth at defensive end – will be addressed internally, or via undrafted free agents.

The Jets currently have two vacant spots on their active roster after releasing NT Daniel Muir and RB Jonathan Grimes on Tuesday, and another practice squad slot following the release of OT Dennis Landolt.

Currently 3-5 and in last place in the AFC East, the Jets have gone 1-4 over their last five games and need to make a drastic turnaround in the second half to slide into the playoffs. Tannenbaum, known for some of his high-risk trades for veterans, has maintained his confidence in the roster he put together at the beginning of the season.